Chris (bunchesofdonald)

Race #1602

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Official speed 80.88 wpm (48.37 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start August 25, 2011 4:13:48pm UTC
Race Finish August 25, 2011 4:14:36pm UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 3)
Opponents 2. timply (71.56 wpm)
Accuracy 98.0%
Points 0.00
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The basic concept is simple: a satellite in geosynchronous orbit is connected by cable to a stationary or mobile platform somewhere on Earth's equator. An elevator would ride up and down the cable at a fraction of present costs. Many sane and sober people believe that a space elevator will be constructed within this century.